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Topeka, KS Weather on April 12
April 12th in Topeka, KS typically brings mild spring weather, with average highs around 67°F and lows near 42°F — a 25°F daily swing. Over 55 years of records, the warmest April 12th was in 1981 (72°F average), while the coldest was 1997 (32°F) — a 40°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 24% of April 12th dates historically, with the wettest April 12th recording 3.58" of rain. The last decade has been 5.2°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on April 12
Planning for April 12th in Topeka, KS? Great weather for outdoor activities.
April 12 Weather Records for Topeka
- •The all-time record high for April 12th in Topeka, KS is 87°F, set in 1972.
- •The coldest April 12th on record dropped to 25°F in 1990.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on April 12th in 10 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), April 12th was 17°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 12 ever in Topeka?
The warmest April 12 in Topeka, KS reached 87°F in 1972. That is 20°F above the long-term average high of 67°F.
What was the coldest April 12 ever in Topeka?
The coldest April 12 in Topeka, KS dropped to 25°F in 1990. That is 17°F below the long-term average low of 42°F.
What is the average temperature on April 12 in Topeka?
On April 12, Topeka averages a high of 67°F and a low of 42°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from TOPEKA FORBES FLD.
How many years of weather data are available for April 12 in Topeka?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 12 in Topeka, KS, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 12 Weather History in Topeka
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 77°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 72°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 81°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 86°F | 50°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 2021 | 61°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 62°F | 32°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2019 | 57°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 84°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 79°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 67°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 70°F | 53°F | 1.88" | -- |
| 2014 | 82°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 55°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 57°F | 44°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2011 | 75°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 81°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 50°F | 40°F | 2.36" | -- |
| 2008 | 50°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 50°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 80°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 52°F | 44°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2004 | 56°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 85°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 64°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 64°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 62°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 70°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 75°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 36°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 73°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 53°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 48°F | 41°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1993 | 51°F | 39°F | 3.58" | -- |
| 1992 | 52°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 82°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 52°F | 25°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 1989 | 62°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 69°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 61°F | 32°F | 1.57" | -- |
| 1986 | 58°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 78°F | 57°F | 1.75" | -- |
| 1984 | 64°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 71°F | 47°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 1982 | 83°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 82°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 53°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 56°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 67°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 81°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 71°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 61°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 69°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 58°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 87°F | 56°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1971 | 84°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: TOPEKA FORBES FLD
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Topeka, KS, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.